The Western Ghats Mountain range travel parallels to the western coast of the Indian peninsula, traversing the states of Gujarat, Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Kerala. The mountain has pride for being in existence for over 70- 150 million years.
The Nilgiris - the land of natural beauty
The Nilgiris is no wonderland of beauty with rich culture, heritage, landscape, flora and fauna. Nilgiris is the home of many tribes which includes Badagas, Todas, Kotas, Kurumbas, Irulas, to name a few. Each tribe has their own customs and rituals which are unique and possess rich values and historical importance. One can find many elusive and endemic species in the sprawling and mesmerizing terrains. The Nilgiris range is home to around 140 tigers as per the recent wildlife census.
The Ootamund or Udagamandalam (Commonly referred to as Ooty), Coonoor, Kotagiri and Gudalur are the major towns in the Nilgiris district. Tourists can reach Ooty from Karnataka through Mudhumalai Tiger reserve. The road passes through scenic Bandipur Tiger reserve (Karnataka ) and the wilderness Mudhualai Tiger Reserve (TN). Traffic at night is restricted.
Udhagamandalam, the headquarters of the Nilgiris district, is the largest and most important hill station in South India. The hill station attracts tourists across the year, while April - Mid June is the most soughtseason followed by September to November, the second season which attracts tourists due to its salubrious climate suited for low landers.
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